The government’s messaging to businesses and consumers in 2020 sees one message remain constant, and at the top of their list of priorities - wash your hands regularly and thoroughly. The duration of hand washing, advised by government, the NHS and many other health organisations is a minimum of 20 seconds. The government is ticking two boxes at the same time with this … [Read more...]
Hospitality significantly affected by Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank loan mis-selling
CLYDESDALE AND YORKSHIRE BANK BUSINESS CUSTOMERS JOIN A HIGH COURT GROUP ACTION The hospitality sector is believed to be significantly affected by loan mis-selling. Business customers who took out a business loan after 2000 with Clydesdale or Yorkshire Bank (now Virgin Money), could be eligible to join an ongoing High Court Group Action, with a first court date set … [Read more...]
10 Years of M-iQ saving energy and water
Meiko is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the best-selling Meiko conveyor dishwashing machine, the M-iQ. The Meiko M-iQ revolutionised the foodservice industry by turning dishwash design 'back to front'. Reversing the flow of hot water and steam through the machine to bring it back to the front, allowed Meiko engineers to maximise potential for energy and water … [Read more...]
Updating Tripadvisor safety measures for diners looking for them
We wrote recently about Tripadvisor’s safe restaurant gap opportunity in London. The opportunity arose following Tripadvisor adding a new filter that enables diners searching where to eat to identify restaurants that have put safety measures in place. We are delighted to now feature a 'How To' from Chris Wilkie at Stampede explaining how best to ensure the safety measures you … [Read more...]
Visa and Mastercard accused of cashing in on Covid-19
The British Retail Consortium have hit out in recent days on an issue that is equally related to hospitality, accusing both Visa and Mastercard of cashing in on the Covid-19 pandemic. The accusation made by the British Retail Consortium is that Visa and Mastercard are both charging excessive fees, stating that in just two years costs have nearly doubled. The trade body … [Read more...]
Disposable face masks unsustainable
The Government provides stringent guidelines for the safe disposal of disposable face masks, with specific processes and costly procedures that need to be adopted. Cloth face masks are a more sustainable and less costly option. They can be washed and re-used safely, with no need of costly disposal. We are exclusively offering all Hospitality & Catering News … [Read more...]
Oxford and Cambridge Club: “A reputation for quality to uphold” alongside Meiko
Recommendations based on the experience of working with a supplier and as such customers being happy to pass that on to peers are always hard earned. So, we are delighted to feature a case study from Meiko UK, where every aspect of a positive recommendation is covered in detail, and how the delivery of one solution led to wider services adoption and retention. The … [Read more...]
Regular kitchen maintenance and cleaning is avoiding breakdowns
Regular kitchen maintenance and cleaning is currently avoiding breakdowns, as temporary closures, or stop start processes in commercial kitchens can be problematic. Keeping a kitchen clean and hygienic is a must, but a regular maintenance schedule is just as important. Why? Because each piece of kitchen equipment is a cog in a wheel and if one stops working, it can … [Read more...]
Hand washing advice remains constant, ticking health and economic boxes for hospitality
The government’s messaging to businesses and consumers in 2020 sees one message remain constant, and at the top of their list of priorities - wash your hands regularly and thoroughly. The duration of hand washing, advised by government, the NHS and many other health organisations is a minimum of 20 seconds. The government is ticking two boxes at the same time with this … [Read more...]
Safe hospitality now helping to reduce noise levels in washrooms
Washing your hands seems simple enough, but doing it properly is not quite as straight forward as some might think. To have maximum effect and remove the risk of transmitting Covid-19, some simple rules need to be followed. There are numerous sources of information available and possibly the best is from the NHS. Rather than spell out the NHS guidelines you can see them for … [Read more...]
SOLO creates replacement for the espresso in the Espresso Martini
Cold brew masters and founders of SOLO Coffee, Alex Foss Sims and Theo Garcia, have launched a new Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate to replace the espresso typically used in an Espresso Martini. A UK first and a game changer for the hospitality industry, Alex and Theo were on a mission to tackle every bartender’s nightmare when making the popular classic. As every bartender … [Read more...]
Veggie burger ban Europe challenged
The European Parliament’s proposal to ban the use of names such as ‘burger’ and ‘sausage’, as well as descriptive terms such as ‘yoghurt-style’ and ‘cheese alternative’, from being used on vegetarian and vegan products is being widely challenged across Europe, with a petition to stop the ban now exceeding 100,000 signatures. Veggie burger ban Europe A final vote is expected … [Read more...]
Payment data reveals depth of 10pm hospitality curfew impact
The 10pm hospitality curfew that came into effect in September has impacted an industry still trying to recover from lockdown negatively. Today, data released by Paymentsense has revealed just how much less consumers across the UK are spending on hospitality in more than 80,000 locations around the UK. New data released from Paymentsense today confirms what many have … [Read more...]
Here’s to the Pub: Free drinks throughout October from Ei Publican Partnerships and partner beer brands
Here's to the Pub: Ei Publican Partnerships has partnered with Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I, Britvic, Diageo, Heineken, Molson Coors, and Sharp’s Brewery, to offer customers up to 100,000 free drinks, across more than 1,250 participating pubs in October. Running from Thursday 1 October to Thursday 29 October, customers are eligible for one free drink a week which … [Read more...]
